Lab Technician

We are seeking a skilled Lab Technician to perform HPLC testing and prepare both process and finished product samples. You will be responsible for conducting analytical testing, recording results into software programs, and organizing as well as preparing samples. Additionally, you will clean testing equipment and lab areas, perform light maintenance and calibration on all laboratory equipment, and ensure that all systems are operating accurately by comparing equipment readouts with standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HPLC testing and prepare process and finished product samples.
• Perform analytical testing and record results into software programs.
• Organize and prepare samples efficiently.
• Clean and maintain testing equipment and the lab area.
• Perform light maintenance and calibration on laboratory equipment.
• Organize, clean, and schedule orders for lab equipment.
• Ensure systems operate accurately by comparing equipment readouts with standards.

• Experience with HPLC, GC, and pH testing.
• Familiarity with GMP standards and quality control practices.
• Ability to perform titrations and other lab testing.
• Proficiency in using lab equipment and conducting quality assurance.
• Strong multitasking abilities and attention to detail.

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field is preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant lab-based experience is advantageous.
• Must be familiar with moisture and pH testing prior to starting the position.
• Willingness to be trained on site with HPLC, GC, and other scientific instrumentation.

This position involves working a rotating shift schedule alternating days and nights, with shifts lasting 12 hours from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The schedule follows a 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off pattern and rotates every other weekend. Initial training will be on a floating schedule and may differ from the standard rotation. This role has the potential to become a long-term contract position.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CLINTON, IA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in CLINTON,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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